Bhubaneswar, Odisha | April 30, 2026
Demonstrating the growing impact of visionary HR leadership in the modern corporate world, Mr. Sureswar Dash, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) of EXIM Logistics Private Limited, was honoured with the prestigious “Best Influencing HR of the Year” award at the Odisha Leadership Awards 2026 held at Sandy’s Tower, Bhubaneswar.
The prestigious event brought together influential business leaders, HR professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry experts to celebrate excellence in leadership, innovation, and organizational transformation across multiple sectors. Among the distinguished personalities recognized during the ceremony, Mr. Dash stood out for his progressive approach towards workforce development, organizational culture building, and strategic human resource transformation within the logistics industry.
In addition to receiving the award, Mr. Sureswar Dash also participated as a distinguished speaker at the HR Round Table 2026, where he delivered an impactful session on the future of workforce evolution, Artificial Intelligence in HR, leadership adaptability, and the changing dynamics of employee engagement in the digital era.
During his address, Mr. Dash emphasized that the future workplace will not be defined only by automation or technical capability, but by the ability of organizations to balance technology with human intelligence, ethics, creativity, and adaptability.
Sharing his perspective with the audience, he remarked:
“Technology can improve speed and efficiency, but people will always remain the true drivers of innovation, culture, and organizational success.”
His session focused extensively on how organizations must rethink traditional HR practices to prepare for the next generation workforce. He highlighted that the future of work will increasingly become:
- Digital and AI-integrated
- Flexible and adaptive
- Skill and competency driven
- Data-oriented and experience-focused
- Human-centered in leadership and culture
Mr. Dash further explained that Artificial Intelligence should not be viewed as a replacement for human capability, but rather as a strategic enabler that supports better decision-making, operational efficiency, and employee development.
One of the most appreciated segments of his session was his discussion on Ethical AI in Human Resources, where he addressed critical organizational concerns surrounding:
- Fairness and Bias Control
- Transparency in Decision-Making
- Employee Data Privacy
- Accountability in AI Systems
- Human Oversight and Ethical Governance
- Compliance and Workplace Trust
He also interacted extensively with HR leaders and participants during the round table discussion, answering queries related to AI adoption in workplaces, future leadership challenges, employee adaptability, and the importance of maintaining human values in increasingly technology-driven organizations.
The audience highly appreciated his practical insights, industry-oriented examples, and forward-thinking leadership philosophy, making his session one of the key highlights of the event.
This recognition reflects EXIM Logistics Private Limited’s continued commitment towards building a future-ready organizational culture driven by innovation, leadership excellence, employee development, and responsible HR practices.
The organization proudly congratulates Mr. Sureswar Dash on this remarkable achievement and acknowledges his continuous efforts in shaping modern HR leadership and inspiring transformational workplace practices across the industry.
About EXIM Logistics Private Limited
EXIM Logistics Private Limited is a leading logistics and transportation company committed to operational excellence, workforce empowerment, innovation, safety, and sustainable organizational growth. The company continuously focuses on strengthening leadership capability, employee engagement, and technology-enabled business transformation.
